Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Azure SSO Architect with over 10 years of expertise to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing Single Sign-On (SSO) solutions using Azure Active Directory (Azure AD). This role requires deep knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) principles, SSO protocols, and Azure services. Key Responsibilities:
Design and Implementation:
Design and implement SSO solutions using Azure AD for a variety of applications (SaaS, on-premises, and custom applications).
Architect scalable, secure, and highly available Azure SSO environments.
Good understanding cloud sync , cross tenant sync etc
Develop integration strategies for applications with Azure AD SSO, ensuring seamless user experiences.
Identity and Access Management:
Manage and configure Azure AD Identity Protection and Conditional Access policies.
Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) and other security measures to enhance identity protection.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for IAM.
Collaboration and Leadership:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security, network, and application development teams, to implement SSO solutions.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.
Develop and maintain documentation for architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
Troubleshooting and Support:
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to SSO and identity management.
Provide support for integration and onboarding of new applications to the SSO environment.
Monitor and optimize the performance of the SSO solutions.
Development skills:
Hands on experience on PowerShell scripts & graph APIs.
Continuous Improvement:
Stay updated with the latest developments in Azure AD and IAM technologies.
Propose and implement enhancements to improve security, user experience, and efficiency.
Participate in regular security audits and assessments.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in IT, with at least 5 years focused on identity and access management.
Extensive experience with Azure Active Directory and SSO technologies.
In-depth knowledge of SSO protocols such as SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect.
Strong understanding of IAM principles and best practices.
Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation for Azure AD.
Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
Azure certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate.
Experience with other IAM solutions and technologies (e.g., Okta, Ping Identity).
Knowledge of hybrid identity solutions and integration with on-premises Active Directory.
Experience in managing large-scale SSO environments for enterprise applications.
